Leveling the ceiling

Relatively quickly it is possible to make the walls level in the apartment, but when it comes to the ceiling, or rather, its alignment, there are many more problems, it is necessary to do everything very carefully and painstakingly. This article will provide information on how to independently align the ceiling, and what options for this procedure exist at the present time with the huge variety of materials available.

The technology itself of the process, such as the leveling of the ceiling, consists of certain moments that can be called key, since without them one can not do without any of the chosen methods and materials:

- without fail it is necessary to dismantle the old coating;

- with the help of a level it is necessary to determine the ceiling difference;

- preparation of the surface, including sanding and scraping the surface;

- as a rule, shpatlyuetsya ceiling with a few layers, and each of them must dry.

Determining the level of the difference is very important, since it directly determines the way in which the ceiling will be aligned. If the maximum level of the difference is more than 5 centimeters, it is recommended to use a dry method of leveling, possibly with gypsum board. If this figure is less than five centimeters you can use the crude method, which is mainly based on the plastering of the surface. If the difference is less than 2 centimeters, then enough shpatlevaniya two types of mixture. If a little more than this level, you can include in the alignment process reinforced mesh.

Starting from one of the selected methods, the procurement of materials is also carried out. Here it is worthwhile to focus on the fact that it is best to purchase from a trusted supplier, at least, you need to check whether there is a necessary warehouse storage of a seasonal type for products. In the process of purchasing special mixtures, it is necessary to pay attention to the period of their validity. Use expired can not in any case.

You can make the ceiling level with plasterboard. This process begins with determining the level of the ceiling base - this is done with the help of water or laser level. In the process of alignment, it is necessary to mark with a special marker or pencil. According to the labels, the system is assembled from the profiles of plasterboard. The frame system, its design, depends entirely on the chosen ceiling design, also on the complexity of the work. This element should be given special attention, since the strength of the frame depends on how reliably the alignment of ceilings with plasterboard is carried out, in case of poor work, cracks on the surface may appear. Ceilings made of this material can be simple, combined, multi-level.

Alignment of the ceiling can be done with plaster. Before this, it is necessary to thoroughly clean and prime the surface. In this process, you can not do without such a tool as reinforcing mesh. The mixture intended for leveling is applied to the surface by a layer of approximately 15 millimeters. If it is necessary to apply a larger layer, it is recommended to first scratch the surface, give it a little drying, and only after applying the primer you can continue all work. After the plaster dries, a layer of putty is applied. In order for the quality of alignment to be high, experts recommend using a primer, and putty, and paint from one manufacturer.

It is advisable to comply with all of the above tips, as well as pay attention to the atmospheric conditions in a particular room. Only in this case the result of the work will be a perfectly flat ceiling.